Moon Phase on February 16, 1998
On Monday, February 16, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 78% illuminated and 19.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Monday, February 16, 1998
- Moon age
- 19.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.1 days
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Moon Data for February 16, 1998
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 78.4%
- Moon age
- 19.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 405,077 km
Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.
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About the Waning Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About February 16, 1998
What was the moon phase on February 16, 1998?
On Monday, February 16, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 78% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 16, 1998?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, February 11, 1998 and Friday, March 13, 1998.
Was there a new moon on February 16, 1998?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, January 28, 1998 and Thursday, February 26, 1998.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 16, 1998?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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